Disposing lawn and garden clippings and other waste into the City’s storm water drainage system can lead to serious problems. This debris can create blockages in storm drains leading to neighborhood flooding.
October 2021 Press Release
September 2021 Press September
Proper use of lawn and garden chemicals such as herbicides, pesticides, and insecticides plays an important role in protecting our area rivers, lakes, and streams according to the City of Memphis Storm Water Department.
Chemicals have a role to play in establishing and maintaining healthy lawns and gardens. When used improperly or in excess, lawn and garden chemicals can wash into storm drain inlets during rain events.
